Franklin Park Zoo Sensory Inclusive Resources
Zoo New England - Franklin Park Zoo
Boston, Massachusetts - Suffolk County
Source checked
May 30, 2026
Greater Boston
Strong listing detail
Map and directions
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1 Franklin Park Road, Boston, MA 02121
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Quick answer
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Provider overview
Franklin Park Zoo in Boston offers KultureCity sensory-inclusive resources including sensory bags, communication boards, a social story, and family restroom accessibility details.
Franklin Park Zoo is a Zoo New England family destination in Boston with animal exhibits, seasonal events, education programs, and published accessibility resources.
Quick facts
- Website
- https://www.zoonewengland.org/franklin-park-zoo/hours-info-faq/visitor-accordions/accessibility/
- Contact page
- https://www.zoonewengland.org/franklin-park-zoo/hours-info-faq/visitor-accordions/accessibility/
- Phone
- 617-541-5466
- Ages
- Zoo visitors of all ages; activity fit varies by visit and event
- Season
- Year-round zoo visits and scheduled events
- Cost
- Zoo admission and event costs vary; families should confirm current admission, sensory bag checkout, parking, and event pricing before visiting.
Location contacts
Public contacts that may help you reach the right office. Confirm before visiting.
The source lists sensory bag checkout at admissions booths and accessible parking near the Zebra and Giraffe entrances.
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Programs and offerings
Source-linked details we found. Current options may differ, so confirm directly.
Sensory bags and sensory-inclusive zoo supports
Boston zoo sensory bags, communication boards, social story resources, and changing-table information.
- Ages
- Zoo visitors of all ages; activity fit varies by visit and event
- Season
- Year-round zoo visits and scheduled events
- Schedule
- The source lists zoo hours by season and says hours may change for special events; families should check the current day before visiting.
- Cost
- Zoo admission and event costs vary; families should confirm current admission, sensory bag checkout, parking, and event pricing before visiting.
How we checked this listing (2 public sources)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- May 30, 2026
- Why this is listed
- The official Franklin Park Zoo hours and FAQ page says the zoo is Sensory Inclusive Certified through KultureCity and lists sensory bags with fidget tools, verbal cue cards, noise-canceling headphones and other resources, admissions booth checkout at no cost with ID, communication boards, social story, KultureCity app, accessible parking, family restroom with adult-size changing table, and service animal guidance.
- Sources used
- 2 public sources
- Location contacts
- 2 public contacts found
Program details we found
Sensory bags and sensory-inclusive zoo supports
The official Franklin Park Zoo hours and FAQ page says the zoo is Sensory Inclusive Certified through KultureCity and lists sensory bags with fidget tools, verbal cue cards, noise-canceling headphones and other resources, admissions booth checkout at no cost with ID, communication boards, social story, KultureCity app, accessible parking, family restroom with adult-size changing table, and service animal guidance.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: Franklin Park Zoo describes Sensory Inclusive Certified, KultureCity, sensory processing needs, sensory bags, fidget tools, verbal cue cards, noise-canceling headphones, admissions booths, no-cost checkout with ID, communication boards, playground, Nature's Neighborhoods habitat, social story, KultureCity app, accessible parking, family restroom with adult-size changing table, service animals, and zoo map.
Access notes to confirm: Families should ask where to check out sensory bags, whether communication boards are still in place, how to find the adult-size changing table, which entrances have accessible parking nearby, which animal areas may be crowded or noisy, and whether special events affect sensory conditions.
What we checked
What we found: The official Franklin Park Zoo hours and FAQ page says the zoo is Sensory Inclusive Certified through KultureCity and lists sensory bags with fidget tools, verbal cue cards, noise-canceling headphones and other resources, admissions booth checkout at no cost with ID, communication boards, social story, KultureCity app, accessible parking, family restroom with adult-size changing table, and service animal guidance.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
- Provider websiteAccessibility - Franklin Park Zoo
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- Provider websiteContact Us | Zoo New England
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What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.
- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Is Franklin Park Zoo Sensory Inclusive Resources reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.
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